2009 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi R8 (429 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Focus | R8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
